Book Description
Interest rate swaps--used globally by both corporate finance departments and investment firms to control interest payments, manage debt, and enhance investment portfolios--constitute a growing 1.9 trillion market. Now, financial personnel, swap traders, corporate treasurers, and professional cash managers can turn to this clear, authoritative guide to master all the methodologies used in the international swap market. Written for anyone whose work is touched by swap market activity, the guide uses diagramming techniques to first explain what swaps are, and how and why they are traded. It then addresses more sophisticated financial transactions, such as rate setting, analysis of swap desks, market-to-market, speculating, and financial statements. Readers will find detailed coverage of more than two dozen derivative products, including spreadlocks, swaptions, caps, and flows, and learn how swap trading works in foreign currencies and interest rates. Critical light is also shed on questions regulators are currently raising about the security and future of the swaps markets.
Customer Reviews:
Me thinks some reviewers protest too much.......2004-07-11
This book has been damned for being too simplistic, therefore consign it to the trash cart, or so we are expected to do. But given the relative novelty of these financial products simplicity in the best sense of word could be seen as a virtue in any work dealing with this topic. So, why the evident annoyance from some. Could it be that this work dissolves some of the mystery involved, and threatens some closed shop in these markets ?
Outdated and Shallow.......1999-09-02
The book easily shows its age in its focus on standards and issues which have long ago fallen by the wayside in this dynamic market. Far worse is that the book is preciously short on quantitative and analytic methods, and long on third-grade-teacher types of admonishments. I read the whole book becasue I paid for it, there are better, more up-to-date volumes out there. Could possibly be re-named "Swaps for English Majors", although, English majors as a group might correctly be upset at this association.
Book Description
Now in its sixth edition, Understanding Futures Markets by Robert Kolb (University of Colorado) and James Overdahl (Chief Economist of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission) provides the most comprehensive coverage of futures markets available. This new edition features updated and enhanced discussions on: bull; bull;event markets, proposition markets, weather futures, and macro futures bull;globalization of futures markets bull;electronic trading platforms and the rise of electronic trading bull;manipulation of futures markets and methods of deterrence bull;The Commodity Futures Modernization Act of 2000 and its effect on market regulation bull;hedging in a corporate environment bull;uses of futures by government entities bull;energy futures products bull;recent fiascos involving energy futures and related derivatives bull;single stock futures products and narrow-based stock index futures bull;accounting and taxation features of futures markets. Clearly written and accessible, this is the authoritative text for students and practitioners alike looking for an in-depth treatment of futures markets. This new edition of Understanding Futures Markets is supported by online lecturer resources available at www.blackwellpublishing.com/ufm.
Book Description
A step-by-step, real-world guide to the use of Value at Risk (VaR) models, this text applies the VaR approach to the measurement of market risk, credit risk, and operational risk. The book describes and critiques proprietary models, illustrating them with practical examples drawn from actual case studies. Explaining the logic behind the economics and statistics, this technically sophisticated yet intuitive text should be an essential resource for all readers operating in a world of risk.The text uses VaR techniques to analyze loans, derivatives, equity prices, foreign currencies and other financial instruments. Featuring comprehensive coverage of the BIS bank capital requirements, and including the latest proposals for the New Capital Accord, the book also describes the newest application of VaR techniques to operational risk measurement. The text examines the promise and the pitfalls of these risk measurement models, and makes recommendations for future research into this important area.
Book Description
The opportunities for unmatched returns and investment protection in the brave new world of foreign currency investing are second to none. In Foreign Currency Trading, financial executives Russell Wasendorf, Sr., and Russell Wasendorf, Jr., describe foreign currency trading in plain terms, and help you understand the risks, benefits, and operational requirements that you will need to take advantage of this market’s tremendous potential. Look to Foreign Currency Trading for clear explanations on the mechanics of foreign currency trading, in-depth discussion of all pertinent foreign exchange rules and regulations, and a comprehensive glossary with literally hundreds of terms essential to forex trading. With formerly imposing currency trading restrictions having been struck down in recent court rulings, the world of foreign currency trading is an exciting and rapidly-expanding field. Let Wasendorf and Wasendorf’s Foreign Currency Trading be your comprehensive guidebook for effectively taking advantage of this exciting opportunity, not only as a source of unmatched income and profits, but also as a sophisticated hedging instrument in any investment portfolio.
Customer Reviews:
This book really is not about teaching someone to trade.......2007-09-18
I was looking for a basic book teaching the concepts and trading practices and fundamentals. This book has a lot to say about none of the topics needed to help someone become a trader. If you are looking to have someone trade your account you might be helped by it. There are a lot better books out there "Getting Started in Currency Trading" is a fine example. This is the best buy for the money when you are done reading it you will be much better informed to move ahead. Getting Started in Currency Trading: Winning in Todays Hottest Marketplace (Getting Started In.....)
The Cover PAge looks pretty!!!.......2007-06-07
Well when i grow up i to be Russell R Wasendorf, whether sr. or jr. I think these two are the greatest salesmen around. I bought a wonderful book which adorns my bookcase and adds colour and life to my room. Whats more is that i found the same book in my brother's home. Thinking he 'borrowed' it I asked him, He replied saying he 'invested' in it and it works well as a sleep aide . Seriously some points for beginners are reasonably covered but most of the book was a waste of time, paper and resources. There were no Fine points covered in the book to memory but if there were it was lost in the dribble.
To the authors: you must be kidding.......2006-02-09
I'll summarize this book for you -- "Foreign Currency Trading is difficult, if you want to learn more, send us some more money and we will enroll you in a class."
Save your money, buy yourself a newspaper instead.
Rarely have encountered a book this useless........2003-06-05
As others have said clearly, this book is a waste of trees, ink and the time of its reader. The "authors" should be ashamed of such blatant hucksterism and poor description of even the most basic aspects of trading. Even if you are a neophyte, look somewhere else.
save your money ..........2003-03-16
... I have no idea what objective these guys had in mind when they sat down to write this book.... This book is just a bunch of information thrown together (probably downloaded from the internet) and they obviously took no time to put any real effort into this book. I was terribly dissappointed with my purchase of this book.....look elsewhere if you are interested in getting started in forex trading.
Book Description
Inside the Minds: The Return of Bullish Investing is the most authoritative book ever written on the basics of market trends and the fundamentals of prudent investing. This titles features some of the nation's leading financial analysts and advisors, who have each contributed chapters akin to objective, experience-related, white papers or essays on the core issues surrounding investing. In an overarching as well as in-depth presentation of the fundamentals, authors articulate the unspoken rules and the important issues looking to the future. From applicable investment strategies, to the key concepts that help to govern the ways in which markets operate today and will going forward, this book pulls readers through all facets of investment strategy from beginning to end. The different niches represented and the varied perspectives presented, enable readers to really get inside the great minds of financial research and analysis and pull practical advice, as the experts go back to basics in a must-read for every individual investor.
Customer Reviews:
Excellent big picture view from established pro's..........2005-02-17
Some of the finest advisors share their portfolio philosophies. Excellent for a big picture view, while acknowledging current structural changes that may require more exposure to alternative asset classes, hard assets, and hedging-like strategies. Highly, highly recommended.
Book Description
Since 1992’s first edition of this bestselling book, the futures market has changed incredibly—Internet access and electronic trading dominate the market, options have grown in importance, and a greater number of futures markets exist worldwide. All About Futures, Second Edition, covers all the updated basics of futures trading for the beginner, and illustrates trading strategies from the simple to the complex for experienced traders who need to brush up on their skills.
An integral element in McGraw-Hill’s All About series, this completely revised and updated book discusses:
*Detailed Internet strategies for effective electronic trading
*Basic approaches to technical analysis and anticipating price direction
*Insights on working with a broker and developing a trading strategy
Download Description
All About Futures, Second Edition, covers all the updated basics of futures trading for the beginner, and illustrates trading strategies from the simple to the complex for experienced traders who need to brush up on their skills.
Average customer rating:
|
Markets 101/Insights into Understanding the Inner Workings of Financial Markets
Kevin Koy
Manufacturer: Probus Pub Co
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
 General
| Popular Economics
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
Public Finance
| Economics
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
General
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
Futures
| Investing
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
ASIN: 0941275019 |
Average customer rating:
|
The Market Risk Amendment: Understanding the Marking-to-Model and Value-at-Risk
Dimitris N. Chorafas
Manufacturer: Mcgraw-Hill
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
General
| Popular Economics
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
Public Finance
| Economics
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
General
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
Banks & Banking
| Industries & Professions
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
MIS
| Industries & Professions
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
Futures
| Investing
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
Management
| Management & Leadership
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
ASIN: 0786312246 |
Book Description
Do you know how the mandatory rules of the newly-enacted Market Risk Amendment will affect your financial institution? From this point forward, any banking professionals who donOt understand this mandatory regulation could unwittingly run afoul of its increased capital requirements for market risk. The Market Risk Amendment is the first book that examines the 1996 Market Risk Amendment from every angle, creating not just a listing of techniques or tools with which to comply but a comprehensive understanding of how to operate and build your business in this new risk environment. Clearly written, without the reliance on intricate mathematical formulas so prevalent in other books of its kind, The Market Risk Amendment is filled with charts, graphs, and actual cases that clarify its most important points. With the Market Risk Amendment, the influential Basle Committee established standards and practices for risk management worldwide, and greatly increased the risk exposure capital requirements for banks worldwide. In The Market Risk Amendment, Dr. Dimitris N. Chorafas thoroughly explains this mandatory regulation, describes methods for establishing compliance for your institution, relates the parametric and simulation techniques for calculating Value at Risk, and provides easy-to-understand practices for monitoring and controlling your bankOs risk exposure.
Customer Reviews:
Mixed.......1999-06-17
Good summary of the new BIS rules, but the review of understanding marking-to-model is sketchy, inconsistent, and rife with too many pseudo-graphs and footnotes to his own books and articles.
Average customer rating:
|
Agricultural Futures and Options: Understanding and Implementing Trades on the North American and European Markets
Manufacturer: McGraw-Hill Trade
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
Public Finance
| Economics
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
Agricultural
| Economics
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
General
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
Commodities
| Investing
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
Futures
| Investing
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
General
| Investing
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
Options
| Investing
| Business & Investing
| Subjects
| Books
ASIN: 0071349227 |
Book Description
Producers use these agricultural derivatives to protect against price risk; speculators are more than willing to assume those risks, hoping that price movements on the underlying products will translate into healthy trading profits for themselves. AGRICULTURAL FUTURES AND OPTIONS will give you a broader understanding of all sides of this tremendously complex yet important market. You will: Learn how to structure profitable trades for options on agricultural futures; Get inside hints for trading Euro-Differential contracts on the New York exchanges; Discover invaluable comparisons of the similarities and differences between trading in Chicago, London, and New York; Find complete industry regulations in both the United States and United Kingdom. Screen-based versus open-outcry trading...the unstable political climate in Eastern Europe...challenges presented by the globalization of communications...increased sophistication and utility of computer programs. Traders in agricultural futures and options must stay in touch with the experts to stay on top of the latest risk-protection trends and developments. Whether you trade for risk-hedging insurance or speculative profit, AGRICULTURAL FUTURES AND OPTIONS will help you make the most of your F&O investment in today's fast-moving markets.
Customer Reviews:
Good book for the novice.......2004-05-03
This book gives a great overview of the agricultural commodities markets of the world. It covers how the futures markets work, why they came into existence, and how they can be used to manage risk. The first six chapters are the most useful for the majority of readers; they focus mostly on the corn, soybeans, and wheat futures exchanges in the midwest United States. Several later chapters cover European exchanges and minor world exchanges. Don't expect to become a trader after reading this book, but it's a great place to get started learning about agricultural futures and options.
Book Description
A step-by-step guide to licensing technology-based intellectual property assets
For many modern, high-technology companies, licensing their technology-based intellectual property assets is the best way to fully exploit them. Firms that are unable to utilize their proprietary technology assets can license them to other companies more capable of doing so. This book serves as an informed and comprehensive guide to developing a technology licensing program and the legal hurdles, operational needs, and strategies involved.
Suitable for companies seeking to implement or redesign a technology licensing program, as well as individual inventors who want to protect and profit from their proprietary technology, Technology Management covers all the bases.
Learn to:
- Develop a licensing strategy
- Conduct proper valuations of intellectual property
- Gather and utilize market research
- Market your technology
- Negotiate and draft licensing agreements
Utilize these handy resources:
- Glossary of important terminology
- Case studies and sample documents
- Lists of organizations, publications, trade shows, and other helpful sources of information
Books:
- Value-at-Risk: Theory and Practice
- Valuing Small Businesses and Professional Practices (Art of M & A)
- Visions
- Advances in Spatial Econometrics: Methodology, Tools and Applications (Advances in Spatial Science)
- America at Work: Choices and Challenges
- American Capitalism: The Concept of Countervailing Power
- An Input-Output Analysis of European Integration (Contributions to Economic Analysis)
- An Introduction to Copulas (Springer Series in Statistics)
- An Introduction to Ecological Economics
- Best Entry-Level Jobs, 2007 Edition (Career Guides)
Books Index
Books Home
Recommended Books
- Taking Sides: American History, Volume I
- History: Fiction or Science
- Behavior and Its Neural Control in Gastropod Molluscs
- Biomaterials Science and Biocompatibility
- Early Georgian Interiors
- Managing Cultural Differences, Sixth Edition: Global Leadership Strategies for the 21st Century
- Final Destination: Looks Could Kill
- Historic Millwork: A Guide to Restoring and Re-creating Doors, Windows, and Moldings of the Late Nin
- Bungalow Nation
- Plants from the Past: Works Of Leonard W. Blake & Hugh C. Cutler
Valuation of Interest Rate Swaps and Swaptions
Understanding Swaps (Wiley Finance)
Interest Rate and Currency Swaps: A Tutorial (Research Foundation of AIMR and Blackwell Series in Finance)
Swaps and Other Derivatives (With CD-ROM) (The Wiley Finance Series)
Analysing and Interpreting the Yield Curve (Wiley Finance)
